Mary Gauthier - Still On The Ride

"Still On The Ride," written by Mary Gauthier and Josh Geartz.
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LYRICS
Looking back now who the hell knows
Where the soul of a dead soldier goes
Guardian angels maybe they’re true
My guardian angel maybe it’s you
I shouldn’t be here you shouldn’t be gone
But it’s not up to me who dies and who carries on
I sit in my room and I close my eyes
Me and my guardian angel we’re still on the ride
Got holes in my eardrums, bruises and clots
Double vision, my stomach’s in knots
Got pain in my fingers I hurt from head to my toes
I wake up feeling like I’m 90 years old
I shouldn’t be here you shouldn’t be gone
But it’s not up to me who dies and who carries on
I sit in my room and I close my eyes
Me and my guardian angel, we’re still on the ride
You were my brother, you were more than a friend
You were family to me right up to the end
You’re still with me now I feel you, I know
You’re pushing me forward and you’ll never let go
I shouldn’t be here you shouldn’t be gone
But it’s not up to me who dies and who carries on
I sit in my room and I close my eyes
Me and my guardian angel, we’re still on the ride

[@morna45]

The whole album is Grammy worthy. So many times I've been brought to tears. The strength of your songs, Mary, will live on. We love you.

[@sheliacortes5976]

I mean no disrespect. I have never been in the military and no way am I trying to compare my life with our Vets who give so much. This song still kicks me in the gut. I am a recovering addict who wasted my life most of my adult years. I have lost some loved ones to cancer over the last few years who I feel deserved to live much more than me. These were women who had always lived clean lives. Anyway Friday Night October 26, 2019, I had a massive Heart Attack but I am still here and they are still gone. However, this song reminds me that it is not about me and I need to get out of this rut and do something with the life I have been given. Tonight is the first time I have ever heard this song and now Mary Gauthier has a fan for life.

[@jgmastiff1313]

You don't need to be a veteran to understand pain. It's not how we got there that matters it's the end results. I co-wrote this song with Mary.

[@pmaddox]

I totally understand Shelia...I want to say bless you and yours, I can tell you are a giving person and a good friend to many...Have a good day...Paul and Dede in Indy..

[@rickt1866]

i feel you as far as feeling like damn they were worthy of this air i breath. I'm a father and I'll fight for every breath to see it play out. that's the way i feel most days others its a fight.

[@brucemargot7970]

From a 64 yr old fart from Kalaskraal, South Africa, Guy with all due respect, don't agree, Neither Bob or Neil have been on the life journey that Mary has been, and they have not been on the life journey of the Vet, this is as pure about you'll ever get - absolutely heart and soul felt - don't get me wrong, I love Bob And Neil, but this is on a complete different level - its church

[@pearlharbor4790]

you should listen to johnny cash, "like a soldier", peace to you

[@waynemcmillan5970]

Thank you Bruce I share your sentiments.

[@maryroseyoga]

One of those songs that stops you in your tracks. Love her so much. Such a beautiful song and group of musicians.

[@RichGilpin]

Thank you Mary - Vietnam 68-69

[@RoyceLovesHisShotgun]

This song is just about the most heartbreaking beautiful tune ever recorded. Great to drink and smoke to, I sing my heart out to every lyric. Timeless and heartfelt, this song speaks to my soul. Thank you. Much love from ATX✌

[@Robert-ls7gw]

Only just realised your talent Mary through this song. Absolutely fantastic I've had it on repeat!

[@davidmerriman2741]

the songs.....i can't even begin to say......thank you

[@TheBrucenz]

Love this.. the arrangement is also quite unique

[@tonwijnen1100]

Some times are tough, but I am also glad to be alife.

[@blairk123]

Awesome song, Mary!

[@genefarnsworth9439]

Amazing. Just discovered Mary. This retired Vet is dammed glad I did !

[@shellymaynard783]

This mom of an addict is too.

[@pocketlama]

Looking back now, who the hell knows Where the soul of a dead soldier goes Guardian angels, maybe they're true My guardian angel, maybe it's you . I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, I close my eyes Me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride . Got holes in my ear drums, bruises and clots Double vision and my stomach's in knots Got pain in my fingers, I hurt from my head to my toes I wake up feeling like I'm ninety years old . I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, I close my eyes Me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride . You were my brother, you were more than a friend You were family to me right up to the end You're still with me now, I feel you, I know You're pushing me forward, and you'll never let go . I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, and I close my eyes And me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride

[@guychampagne6606]

"Bon Dylan and Neil Young" influenced melody!! Absolutely compelling!! The lyrics could be about anything and it would still be great to listen to...over and over... Thank you Mary👍

[@Jed2220]

Such a heartfelt and moving song. Great job as always, Mary!

[@OfficialMaryGauthier]

Thanks Jed!

[@ratter531]

Bautiful song.from a VietNam vet.

[@chris47ize]

💕💗🙏😘🙏💗💕 No words exist to say how much I love your songs 🌻

[@jenniferh8961]

Gorgeous cadence and I just love her harmonica playing 🎶 ❤

[@stevepenney6459]

Great song and performance.

[@OfficialMaryGauthier]

Thanks Steve!

[@olivierpomier6106]

great artiste really !!!!!!

[@harveyjones1245]

Looking back now, who the hell knows Where the soul of a dead soldier goes Guardian angels, maybe they're true My guardian angel, maybe it's you [Chorus] I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, I close my eyes Me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride [Verse 2] Got holes in my ear drums, bruises and clots Double vision and my stomach's in knots Got pain in my fingers, I hurt from my head to my toes I wake up feeling like I'm ninety years old [Chorus] I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, I close my eyes Me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride [Verse 3] You were my brother, you were more than a friend You were family to me right up to the end You're still with me now, I feel you, I know You're pushing me forward, and you'll never let go ] I shouldn't be here, you shouldn't be gone But it's not up to me who dies and who carries on I sit in my room, and I close my eyes And me and my guardian angel we're still on the ride Embed

[@Joey91mom]

Can’t wait to see you at the Social Mary!

[@geebud1880]

What a real power lady & crew is performing their huge capacities here -- and my Hohner in A is soldiering on.. hahahha

[@jackwillson8099]

Neil Young couldn't shine your boots

[@gewenuaber]

Robert Zimmerman - do you listen? And do you feel young?